as the sun caressed her face
it increased the feeling of deep relaxation
pushing her toes into the sand as she lay back to feel its glory
a million miles from worry
a million dreams from stress
a feeling of strength and purpose in this long deserved rest
alone just for a moment
before they all descend
a time for precious solace
a time to not have to pretend
happy she could be happy
sad a tear she’d shed
angry punch at the ceiling
tired she’d stay in bed
recharged and feeling contented
now’s the time to bring the crowd
laughter was what she yearned for
hugging, dancing being loud
